Author: Godfred Badu Quansah

Monrovia, Liberia – President Joseph Nyumah Boakai has ordered all government officials to declear their assets in accordance with anti-graft legislation in an effort to bolster the nation’s battle against corruption and promote honesty in public service. “I am mandating all officials of government to immediately declare their assets to comply with anti-graft regulations as required, and more importantly, ensure the promotion of integrity in public service.” During the commissioning ceremony of heads of agencies and members of the cabinet on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at the Executive Mansion, the president declared that corruption will not be allowed in his…

Monrovia, Liberia – A number of government officials who were confirmed by the Liberian Senate and appointed by President Joseph Boakai have been commissioned. President Boakai graced the occasion on Thursday, February 22, 2024, along with a number of other government officials and members of the diplomatic community. Speaking during the event, President Boakai stated that the program represents the completion of the process of establishing the government after designating certain people to fulfill specific positions in the nation’s governance. While he was happy to commission some of the nation’s seasoned and committed women and men to begin full service…

Monrovia, Liberia – The Liberian Senate plenary agreed with the House of Representatives to approve President Joseph Boakai’s US$41.3 million request for the government’s operations in February, with two senators abstaining and four senators, including Dillon and Mcgill, voting against. Our legislative correspondent said that this decision was made after reading a letter from the House of Representatives requesting the Senate’s approval to adopt the budget. Senator Nathaniel Mcgill of Margibi County voted against accepting the instrument at Thursday’s plenary session, citing a lack of details regarding the US$5.7 million intended for domestic debts. Senator Numene Bartekwa of Grand Kru…

Guinea – The military coup that overthrew Guinea’s government in September 2021 has resulted in its abolition. On Monday, February 19, 2024, Brig. Gen. Amara Camara, the secretary general of the presidency, read a proclamation. Mr. Camara said nothing about the reason for the split or when the new administration would be enacted. The heads of government were ordered to surrender their official vehicles and passports upon dissolution. According to the BBC, the bank accounts of officials have been suspended. Additionally, until all government ministries have been completely transferred to the junta, security services have been ordered to “seal” all…

Monrovia, Liberia – In light of the recent placement of Foreign Service Officers to their various Missions between July 2023 and February 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Madam Sara Beysolow Nyanti, announced on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, the creation of a Special Committee tasked with reviewing concerns and challenges raised by Foreign Missions. She noted that there is an urgent need to address the problem that led to the rejection or return of some officers. A statement from the Foreign Ministry states that the main goal of the Special Committee is to carry out an exhaustive analysis of these…

Monrovia, Liberia – In order to prevent a possible government shutdown in February, the House of Representatives has approved President Joseph Boakai’s request for authorization of US$41.3 million for immediate use. The joint committee on Ways, Means, Finance, and Public Accounts and Expenditure, led by Rep. Dixon Seboe of District #16, Montserrado County, conducted a “thorough” review before reaching its judgment on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. In its evaluation of the President’s request, the committee underlined how critical it is to maintain government operations while the 2024 budget is being finalized and resubmitted. The President declared last week that government…

Monrovia, Liberia – When the True Whig Party was founded in 1869 by Americo-Liberians, many Liberians were opting to cultivate a political system where the shackles of slavery would be a tale of the past and that the people would inhabit a system where men could live as equals, regardless of their status and ethnicity. Having ruled the nation for a century under a one-party system, the True Whig Party most likely became more of a burden to the people of Liberia. However, as the people grew conscious of their rights to political freedom, they craved the need to have…

Ireland – Brahim Ghali, the leader of the separatist Polisario group, recently visited Ireland, which prompted significant emotions and required an explanation from Irish authorities. In contrast to the assertions made by separatist propaganda, Ghali’s visit was private rather than official. Ireland stressed in a formal statement issued by its embassy in Rabat that the tour was planned by a pro-Polisario micro-association that is active in Ireland and that the Irish government was not involved in any way or accountable for this endeavor. The statement claims that during Polisario’s visit to Ireland, no member of the Irish government met with…

Monrovia, Liberia – PresidentJoseph N. Boakai has challenged the leadership of the Liberia Baptist Missionary and Educational Convention to go the extra miles in solving some of the many problems in the country. President Boakai made the call when he graced the Liberia Baptist Minssionary and Educational Convention in Township of Virginia Performing the induction, President Joseph Boakai, who is also the Chairman of the Church’ Elder Council, , said the Baptist Church has gone a long way in contributing to the nation building and it is still having more to do. The William R. Tolbert University will require more…

Monrovia, Liberia – Waste management is a national emergency that needs to be addressed with a purposeful team effort, according to John C. Siafa, the City Mayor designate of Monrovia. Speaking at his confirmation hearing in the Liberian Senate on Friday, February 26, 2024, John Siafa urged the Legislature to include additional funding for MCC’s findings in order to contribute to Monrovia’s transformation into a greener and healthier community for its residents. “Financial sustainability remains a key challenge for the city especially for the collection of solid waste.” The request for more financial assistance is made at a crucial moment…